Finding the Fourth Proportional to 868.64, 1,198.72 and 537
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 868.64, 1,198.72 and 537 is: 741.06
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
868.64 : 1,198.72 = 537 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
868.64/1,198.72 = 537/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
868.64x = 1,198.72 × 537 - Step 4: Simplify right side
868.64x = 643,712.64 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 643,712.64/868.64 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 741.06
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